The Opposite(Antonym) of “used”
The antonym of used is new, unused, and unfamiliar. The antonyms new, unused, and unfamiliar convey a lack of experience or prior use.
Explore all Antonyms of “used”
Definitions and Examples of new, unused, unfamiliar
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not previously used or owned; recently made or produced.
Example
She bought a new car that had never been driven before.
Not having been used or employed for its intended purpose.
Example
The unused gym equipment was collecting dust in the corner.
Not known or recognized; not familiar or experienced.
Example
He felt unfamiliar with the new office layout and had trouble finding his way around.
Key Differences: new vs unused vs unfamiliar
- 1New refers to something that has not been used or owned before, often implying that it is in pristine condition.
- 2Unused refers to something that has not been used for its intended purpose, but may have been owned or handled before.
- 3Unfamiliar refers to something that is not known or recognized, often implying a lack of experience or exposure.
Effective Usage of new, unused, unfamiliar
- 1Shopping: Use new to describe items that have not been used before.
- 2Describing Objects: Use unused to describe objects that have not been used for their intended purpose.
- 3Explaining Concepts: Use unfamiliar to describe concepts or ideas that are not well-known or understood.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: New describes something that has not been used or owned before, unused describes something that has not been used for its intended purpose, and unfamiliar describes something that is not known or recognized. Use these words to describe objects, explain concepts, and when shopping for new items.
